Edmonton Oilers evaluate roster options amid early training camp injury setbacks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 11:46 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

The Edmonton Oilers are exploring options to bolster their forward depth following early training camp injury setbacks. General manager Stan Bowman is managing the status of Mattias Janmark, Matt Savoie, Alec Regula, and Frederik Andersen, who will not participate in camp. Team insider Bob Stauffer has linked the club to former Ottawa Senators winger Alex Formenton as a potential low-risk signing for his penalty-killing capabilities. Formenton, who recently played in Switzerland for HC Ambrì-Piotta, was one of five NHL players acquitted of sexual assault charges in 2025. While internal discussions continue, other potential targets mentioned include Luke Glendening and Reilly Smith, as the team looks to address both roster gaps and its status as one of the league's older squads.
- •Mattias Janmark, Matt Savoie, Alec Regula, and Frederik Andersen are out for the start of training camp.
- •Alex Formenton recorded 23 points in 42 games while playing in Switzerland last season.
- •The Oilers are exploring veteran options including Luke Glendening and Reilly Smith alongside younger prospects.
- •Edmonton ranked as the eighth-oldest team in the NHL during the 2025-26 season.
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